Compare Horsham car hire

Located in West Sussex and surrounded by some of South England’s most beautiful countryside, Horsham is a charming market town that has enough to keep you busy for a day out or even a mini break.

Drive in any direction from here and in less than an hour you’ll find a beach, National Park or an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Horsham is also within easy reach of London and Gatwick Airport.

You can pick up your hire car in Horsham town at Enterprise, which is located a short walk from the main train station. At Gatwick Airport – around a half an hour’s drive away – there are several well-established car hire companies, including Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, National and Sixt. Remember, you’re more likely to get more bang for your buck if you book early instead of on the day.

Once you’ve picked up your car, the open road beckons. There are several main roads near Horsham, which means a wide variety of attractions are accessible on day trips.

Motorways nearby include the M23, M25 and the M3. Note that these roads tend to get very busy, especially during rush hour, so plan your trip around this if possible or factor in extra time if you can’t avoid it.

The A24, meanwhile, goes north through the Surrey Hills and towards Chessington World of Adventures Resort, which promises a fun day out for families. On the way, you’ll pass Norbury Park, where you can spot woodpeckers, wildflowers and butterflies. Swing by a National Trust property while you’re here too – Leith Hill Place, where Charles Darwin once conducted experiments, is nearby, as is Polesden Lacey, an Edwardian house with lovely gardens.

Heading south on the A24, there are numerous coastal areas to visit within an hour of Horsham. Chichester is a pretty cathedral city that hosts plenty of shows and events at its Chichester Festival Theatre. There’s also Bognor Regis and the quieter beach in neighbouring Littlehampton. Alternatively, the A23 will lead you down to Brighton’s independent shops, pubs and the famous pier.

Surrounding these coastal areas is the South Downs National Park, a stunning part of England with many picturesque trails for hiking and cycling. With a hire car you can easily explore the Downs from Horsham, stopping in several areas over a few days.

Keep in mind that the proximity to London means traffic and parking can be extremely busy in this region, especially on hot summer days when city dwellers head to the coast to escape the city’s heat.

Fair fuel policy

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All rental deals compared on TravelSupermarket include mandatory fees (for example, one-way and young driver surcharges) in your rental quote at the time of booking, meaning you’ll know the full price of your car hire upfront.